“It’s a big rivalry and I didn’t know it was that big until being involved in it, and then you realize, ‘wow!’ This is one of the biggest ones [derbies] there is because of the hatred that they have for each other – and that sometimes can spill onto the pitch. You want to make sure you have the bragging rights.”
Wednesday, buoyed by their midweek comeback victory over Norwich City, are hunting down a play-off place while United go into the weekend two points off top of the table Leeds after conceding a late leveller.
“Sheffield Wednesday have a good chance of maybe sneaking into the playoffs, Morrison explained. “You always see one team sneak in, and they look like they are starting their good run now. Being 2-0 down against Norwich, coming back, winning 2-3, that’s a huge result.
“It’s a massive football match. Wednesday won’t be wanting Sheffield United to go up and won’t be doing anyone any favours. It’s a huge game and one I’m looking forward to. I think it will be a great atmosphere – it always is at Hillsborough.”
Danny Rohl’s Owls will be looking to reverse the 1-0 defeat they suffered at Bramall Lane in November, but confidence is high at Hillsborough after back-to-back away victories. For the Blades, despite the frustration of midweek, Chris Wilder’s side will be looking to go out on a high before the international break.
